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51st Annual Holly Day Fair Shopping Extravaganza November 2-5 in Fayetteville

October 6, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

51st Annual Holly Day Fair Shopping Extravaganza November 2-5 in Fayetteville

A few months ago, I got to spend a few fun days in Fayetteville, NC. I really had no idea that there is so much to do there. And being that I am from North Carolina, that is pretty shameful. There is just so much fun to be had in this state, people! So, I am trying to focus a bit more on sharing awesome things to do in my home state. So, I thought some of you might find this … [Read more...] about 51st Annual Holly Day Fair Shopping Extravaganza November 2-5 in Fayetteville

Fayetteville Holds NC’s Official Lafayette Birthday Celebration 9/8-9/9

August 21, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

Fayetteville Holds NC’s Official Lafayette Birthday Celebration

Earlier this year, I got the chance to visit Fayetteville, NC., for the first time. I had a ton of fun there and got to do several things that I had never had the chance to do before {such as an ice hockey game and a carriage ride}. It seems there is always something fun going on there. So perhaps you will like to know that "America's Favorite Fighting Frenchman," Revolutionary … [Read more...] about Fayetteville Holds NC’s Official Lafayette Birthday Celebration 9/8-9/9

Experience The Lost Colony On Roanoke Island #OBXnow #TLC80years #travel ad

July 11, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

Experience The Lost Colony On Roanoke Island #OBXnow

Recently, Jay and I visited the Outer Banks of North Carolina. I was fortunate enough to visit last year, but this was his very first visit. Last year, I got to experience many of the awesome things that this gorgeous chain of islands has to offer, but the outdoor symphonic drama, The Lost Colony, was out of season. So, of all the things that we got to do on our most recent … [Read more...] about Experience The Lost Colony On Roanoke Island #OBXnow #TLC80years #travel ad

4 Awesome Summer Festivals For Families In The Southeast

June 24, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

4 Awesome Summer Festivals For Families In The Southeast

From North Carolina to Georgia, there is a lot of fun to be had in the east coast states. Are you planning a trip to the Carolinas or Georgia this summer? If so, be sure to up your summer road trip game by checking out one or even all of these 4 awesome summer festivals for families. … [Read more...] about 4 Awesome Summer Festivals For Families In The Southeast

Save Up To $9 Per Ticket + Emerald Pointe Group Rates Advantages #travel #ad #WetNWildEP

June 5, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

Save Up To $9 Per Ticket + Emerald Pointe Group Rates Advantages #travel #ad #WetNWildEP

Last week, Jay and I visited Emerald Pointe in Greensboro, NC. We love this water park and make it a point to visit at least once yearly. For the past couple of years, we have been visiting on Memorial Day, kind of like our official kickoff to summer. … [Read more...] about Save Up To $9 Per Ticket + Emerald Pointe Group Rates Advantages #travel #ad #WetNWildEP

K9 Memorial Ceremony To Be Held In Fayetteville On Memorial Day

May 28, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

K9 Memorial Ceremony To Be Held In Fayetteville On Memorial Day

Earlier this year, Jay and I got to visit the lovely area in our home state of North Carolina called Fayetteville. One of the things that we loved most about the area is their patriotism. It's a military town {home of Fort Bragg} and everywhere you go, you get the sense that military servicemen and women and their families are welcome, cared for and appreciated. And this also … [Read more...] about K9 Memorial Ceremony To Be Held In Fayetteville On Memorial Day

10 Things You May Not Know About Greater Fayetteville #VisitFayNC #AmericaAtEveryTurn

May 9, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

10 Things You May Not Know About Greater Fayetteville #VisitFayNC #AmericaAtEveryTurn

A few weeks ago, Jay and I visited Fayetteville, NC for the first time. Although we have lived in this state for many years, we had never been to Fayetteville. After we visited, we realized that this was a place that we knew very little about and were eager to learn more. So, here are 10 cool things that you may not know about Great Fayetteville. … [Read more...] about 10 Things You May Not Know About Greater Fayetteville #VisitFayNC #AmericaAtEveryTurn

Check Out Our 3 Day Fayetteville Itinerary #sponsored #VisitFayNC

May 2, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

Check Out Our 3 Day Fayetteville Itinerary #VisitFayNC sponsored

Though Jay and I have both lived in Mount Airy, NC for many years, neither of us had every visited Fayetteville. However, we changed that a few weeks ago. Today we are sharing with you our 3 day Fayetteville itinerary so that you can see how many super cool things there are to do in this area for couples, adventurists, foodies and more. … [Read more...] about Check Out Our 3 Day Fayetteville Itinerary #sponsored #VisitFayNC

5 Places To Take Surfing Lessons On Vacation This Summer #travel

April 19, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

5 Places To Take Surfing Lessons On Vacation This Summer

Are you looking to try something new out this summer on vacation? No matter your age, surfing lessons might be the perfect outdoor activity for you. What a fun and unique way to bond with your family while enjoying a gorgeous beach. Today we are sharing with you 5 great places to take surfing lessons while on vacation this summer. … [Read more...] about 5 Places To Take Surfing Lessons On Vacation This Summer #travel

Win A Family 4 Pack To See The Harlem Globetrotters {US Ends 3/19} #sponsored

February 21, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

Harlem Globetrotters Coming To Winston-Salem And Greensboro

Jay and I got the opportunity to see the Harlem Globetrotters a few years ago and man, did they put on a great show! It's amazing what they can do on the court. If you have not seen them, or if you want to see them again, you are in luck my friends! The Harlem Globetrotters are currently on their 2017 World Tour which includes stops in over 250 North American markets as well as … [Read more...] about Win A Family 4 Pack To See The Harlem Globetrotters {US Ends 3/19} #sponsored

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Dawn is a full time writer and content creator. Besides Cheap Is The New Classy, she also owns and writes for EatPlayRock.com, an entertainment site. Her interests include traveling, attending music events, DIY projects and reading. Dawn has a B.S. in Psychology and currently resides in North Carolina with her husband, Kenny, their dog, Marley, and their cat, TJ.

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